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Tell me how you make sure your head restraint is correctly adjusted so it provides the best protection in the event of a crash.

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The head restraint should be adjusted so the rigid part of the head restraint is at least as high as the eye or top of the ears, and as close to the back of the head as is comfortable. Note: Some restraints might not be adjustable.

Q11

Tell me how you'd check the tyres to ensure that they have sufficient tread depth and that their general condition is safe to use on the road.

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No cuts and bulges, 1.6mm of tread depth across the central three-quarters of the breadth of the tyre, and around the entire outer circumference.

Q12

Tell me how you'd know if there was a problem with your anti-lock braking system.

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The warning light would become illuminated on the instrument panel if there is a fault.

Q13

Tell me how you'd check the direction indicators are working. You don't need to exit the vehicle.

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Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), and then walk round vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to physically check the lights).

Q14

Tell me how you'd check that the headlights and tail lights are working. You don't need to exit the vehicle.

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Explain you'd operate the switch (turn on ignition if necessary), then walk round vehicle (as this is a 'tell me' question, you don't need to physically check the lights).

Q15

Tell me how you'd check the brake lights are working on this car.

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Explain you'd operate the brake pedal, make use of reflections in windows or doors, or ask someone to help.

Q16

Tell me how youd check the power-assisted steering is working before starting a journey.

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If the steering becomes heavy, the system may not be working properly. Before starting a journey, 2 simple checks can be made. Gentle pressure on the steering wheel, maintained while the engine is started, should result in a slight but noticeable movement as the system begins to operate. Alternatively turning the steering wheel just after moving off will give an immediate indication that the power assistance is functioning.

Q17

Tell me how you'd switch on the rear fog light(s) and explain when you'd use it/them. You don't need to exit the vehicle.